Echinodorus 'Apart' - Tissue Culture Cup

Product Details

Contents: One tissue culture cup of Echinodorus 'Apart'

Dimensions: Cup size: standard tissue culture cup

General Description

• Common Name(s): Echinodorus 'Apart'
• Scientific Name: Echinodorus sp. 'Apart'
• Visual Description: Compact sword plant with dark green leaves, ideal for smaller tanks or as a foreground feature in larger setups.

Growing Conditions

• Light Requirements: Moderate to high
• Water Requirements: Adaptable to various water conditions; prefers clean, well-oxygenated water
• Temperature Range: 22°C to 30°C
• Humidity Preferences: Fully submerged growth

Planting & Care

• Substrate Preferences: Prefers rich, nutrient-dense substrate but adaptable to various types
• Fertilization Needs: Benefits from regular fertilization; root tabs recommended
• Propagation Methods: Produces runners that can be separated and replanted
• Pruning/Tidying Up: Prune older leaves to promote new growth and maintain compact size

Placement

• Aquarium Placement: Foreground in larger aquariums, focal point in nano tanks
• Attachment: Plant directly into the substrate
• Spacing Requirements: Space at least 10 cm apart to allow room for growth and spread

Compatibility

• Aquarium Compatibility: Suitable for a wide range of freshwater aquarium setups and peaceful fish species
• Pest/Disease Resistance: Monitor for common aquatic pests; generally resilient with proper care

Special Requirements or Tips

• Special Care Instructions: Adequate lighting and nutrient-rich substrate will enhance growth and leaf coloration
• Seasonal Care: Consistent care in aquarium settings minimizes the need for seasonal adjustments

Ecological Impact

• Invasiveness: Non-invasive when contained in aquariums
• Benefit to Wildlife: Provides shelter and breeding grounds for small aquatic creatures